What happened on Friday February 20, 1981?

Here's what happened on February 20, 1981:

• James Sanford Sets 50-Meter Indoor World Record James Sanford equaled the 50-meter indoor world record with an impressive time of 5.61 seconds, showcasing remarkable speed and athletic prowess in track and field.
• Death of Baron Nicolas de Gunzburg Baron Nicolas de Gunzburg, a prominent French magazine editor and notable socialite known for his influential role in media and Parisian high society, passed away. Born in 1904, he was a significant figure in the cultural landscape of mid-20th century France.

Events in 1981

February 20, 1981: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Feb. 20, 1981

Newspapers from Feb. 20, 1981

February 20, 1981 was a Friday and it was the 51st day of the year 1981 in the Gregorian calendar.

February 20, 1981 can also be written as 2/20/1981 in the US and as 20/2/1981 in UK and Europe.

February 20, 1981 in February 1981 calendar

Famous people born on February 20, 1981:

• Chris Thile

  Grammy Award-winning mandolinist and singer-songwriter, known for his work with Nickel Creek and Punch Brothers, and as a prominent figure...

• Chen Xiaoli
• Majandra Delfino
• Elisabeth Görgl
• Jovan Harris
• Tony Hibbert
• Moisés Hurtado
• Fred Jackson
• Franklin Lucena
• Roberto Meloni
• Crocefisso Miglietta
• Agnieszka Nagay
• Akona Ndungane
• Odwa Ndungane
• Nicolas Penneteau
• Jocko Sims
• Marestella Sunang
• Giovanni Favia
• Alessia Patacconi

Famous people born in 1981

Famous people born on February 20th

Famous people died on February 20, 1981:

• Jacob B. Bakema
• Stanislao Amilcare Battistelli

Famous people who died in 1981

Famous people who died on February 20th

February 20, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on February 20, 1981 was 9 To 5 by Dolly Parton, according to the music chart for the week February 16th and February 22nd.

1. Dolly Parton - 9 To 5
2. Eddie Rabbitt - I Love A Rainy Night
3. Kool & The Gang - Celebration
4. John Lennon - Woman
5. Blondie - The Tide Is High

February 20, 1981: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on February 20, 1981 was Vienna by Ultravox, according to the music chart for the week February 16th and February 22nd.

1. Ultravox - Vienna
2. Joe Dolce Music Theatre - Shaddup You Face
3. John Lennon - Woman
4. Rainbow - I Surrender
5. Phil Collins - In The Air Tonight

February 20, 1981: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

The number 1 R&B song on February 20, 1981 was Burn Rubber (Why You Wanna Hurt Me) by The Gap Band, according to the music chart for the week February 16th and February 22nd.

1. The Gap Band - Burn Rubber (Why You Wanna Hurt Me)
2. Yarbrough & Peoples - Don't Stop The Music
3. Lakeside - Fantastic Voyage
4. The Jacksons - Heartbreak Hotel
5. Stevie Wonder - I Ain't Gonna Stand For It

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for February 20th is Pisces.

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Babies born in February are either Aquarius or Pisces. People born before February 18th are Aquarius, while people born from February 19th have the sign of Pisces.

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February 20, 1981: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for February 20, 1981 is Rooster and the associated element is Metal.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on February 20, 1981 was Full Moon.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on February 20, 1981 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on February 20, 1981 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 93% full, rising at 07:26 pm and setting at 08:15 am.

The previous full moon was on Feb 18, 1981 while the next full moon would come on Mar 20, 1981.

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Your place in the Universe on February 20, 1981

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Someone born on February 20, 1981 is:

44 years 2 months old,

or 530 months and 15 days old,

or 2306 weeks and 3 days old,

or 16145 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on February 20, 1981?

There are 291 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday February 20th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on February 20, 1981?

You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on February 20, 1981.

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